Serving 274 students in grades 3-5, Dover Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 19% (which is lower than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 27% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 59% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 274 students
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dover Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Dover Elementary School's student population of 274 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
274 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Dover Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dover Elementary School is 0.54, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3839 out of 4377 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
37%
29%
Black
2%
16%
White
57%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dover Elementary School's ranking?
Dover Elementary School is ranked #3839 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Dover Elementary School?
274 students attend Dover Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Dover Elementary School students are White, 37% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What grades does Dover Elementary School offer ?
Dover Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Dover Elementary School part of?
Dover Elementary School is part of Dover Union Free School District.
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